Director of Production Control

Responsibilities Manage operations and maintenance/construction activities for the department; direct operation and maintenance supervisors to achieve these goals. Review water system operation and provide guidance to subordinates; ensure adequate supply in system and maintain treatment facilities so water meets all federal, state and internal drinking water standards. Set priorities and identify supply system and maintenance needs and other departmental needs; provide direction to staff accordingly. Provide input on strategic planning, capital improvements and infrastructure replacement and maintenance needs to Deputy CEO and Engineering department. Enforce company policies and procedures. Interface with other departments on operational and maintenance issues or other company matters. Prepare annual operations and maintenance budget. Review costs and expenditures and approve purchases. Recommend distribution improvements to construction maintenance department. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications 7 years’ experience in water utility operations or related field required; 10-12 years’ experience preferred. 5 years’ supervisory experience required; 7 years’ preferred experience. Bachelor’s degree in science required; bachelor’s degree in engineering/technical field preferred. NYS Water Treatment Plant Operator – Grade 1B required; NYS Water Treatment Plant Operator – Grade 1B, C and D preferred. Knowledge of pumping and treatment systems, hydraulics, and chemistry. Knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA) along with a variety of water related instrumentation and controls. Be able to assimilate technical information. Manage multiple and constantly shifting priorities. Good written and verbal communication skills. Good computer and project management skills. Knowledge of budgets and basic utility finances. Knowledge of NYS Sanitary code and EPA drinking water regulations. Basic knowledge of OSHA programs and safety protocols relevant to the industry. Good supervisory skills. Basic knowledge of progressive discipline and rules in a union working environment. Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience within a range of $ 155,000-$185,000 annually . Suffolk County residence is highly preferred. *The Authority may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience to meet requirements* (The Authority shall not employ relatives of employees as defined to mean an employee's spouse, child, stepchild, stepparent, or direct descendant of grandparents of the employee as defined in the New York State General Municipal Law 810.) #J-18808-Ljbffr Suffolk County Water Authority